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France's Macron names Cabinet members
- May 31, 2017
He's also a member of the mainstream-right party Les Républicains that was badly battered by Macron's victory in the presidential campaign. "That's what the majority of our citizens want today, and our responsibility is enormous". Le Drian, who has nurtured close ties with African and Middle Eastern leaders and developed Paris' relationship in Asia, is likely to leave much of the European portfolio to junior minister Marielle De Sarnez, a centrist European expert who has been a member of the ... (more...)
- May 31, 2017
He's also a member of the mainstream-right party Les Républicains that was badly battered by Macron's victory in the presidential campaign. "That's what the majority of our citizens want today, and our responsibility is enormous". Le Drian, who has nurtured close ties with African and Middle Eastern leaders and developed Paris' relationship in Asia, is likely to leave much of the European portfolio to junior minister Marielle De Sarnez, a centrist European expert who has been a member of the ... (more...)
Memorial Day Parade schedule
- May 31, 2017
To him, it's an emotional time of the year, but being around fellow veterans and friends makes it easier. Craig said he works for ABC Supply Co. and always likes coming to Beloit for Memorial Day. "For me, it was an exciting time". "I would hope that the message for all of you, pass it along, to all the veterans that you see, that have made a sacrifice - at least say, 'Thank you'". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
To him, it's an emotional time of the year, but being around fellow veterans and friends makes it easier. Craig said he works for ABC Supply Co. and always likes coming to Beloit for Memorial Day. "For me, it was an exciting time". "I would hope that the message for all of you, pass it along, to all the veterans that you see, that have made a sacrifice - at least say, 'Thank you'". (more...)
Nigeria's Chibok girls begin rehabilitation in capital
- May 31, 2017
The Nigerian government on Tuesday said the full rehabilitation of the recently rescued 82 Chibok schoolgirls has begun . Receiving the girls from the Matron, medical services unit of the Department of state services, Anne Okoroafor, the Minister said the girls will from now undergo some skills acquisition and remedial programmes at the National Council for Women Development hostel where they will be living for now. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The Nigerian government on Tuesday said the full rehabilitation of the recently rescued 82 Chibok schoolgirls has begun . Receiving the girls from the Matron, medical services unit of the Department of state services, Anne Okoroafor, the Minister said the girls will from now undergo some skills acquisition and remedial programmes at the National Council for Women Development hostel where they will be living for now. (more...)
Sturgeon warns of 'emboldened Tory government' ahead of SNP manifesto launch
- May 31, 2017
Rival candidates this time say Sturgeon's stance on Brexit and independence has alienated previous SNP voters, who are now backing the Tories, Labour and the Liberal Democrats. Speaking before the manifesto launch, Ms Sturgeon said: "Central to our manifesto are three core pledges which underpin why it is so important for people across Scotland to get out and vote for the SNP next Thursday". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Rival candidates this time say Sturgeon's stance on Brexit and independence has alienated previous SNP voters, who are now backing the Tories, Labour and the Liberal Democrats. Speaking before the manifesto launch, Ms Sturgeon said: "Central to our manifesto are three core pledges which underpin why it is so important for people across Scotland to get out and vote for the SNP next Thursday". (more...)
The San Francisco Giants have a Hunter Strickland Problem
- May 31, 2017
Four-time All-Star Bryce Harper is well on his way to becoming a five-time, five-time, five-time, five-time, [counts times], five-time MLB All-Star. Strickland, who plays at being the defiant sort - a bit like Madison Bumgarner, though comparisons are typically dodgy by their very nature - seemed neither contrite nor even bothered by the event or its aftermath. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Four-time All-Star Bryce Harper is well on his way to becoming a five-time, five-time, five-time, five-time, [counts times], five-time MLB All-Star. Strickland, who plays at being the defiant sort - a bit like Madison Bumgarner, though comparisons are typically dodgy by their very nature - seemed neither contrite nor even bothered by the event or its aftermath. (more...)
Storm brewing at Roland Garros as Muguruza courts danger
- May 31, 2017
The heavy favourite for the title looked in imperious form as he steamed through the first set. Djokovic , trying to become the first man in the Open era to win all four majors on at least two occasions, won the contest on Court Philippe Chatrier after two and a half hours. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The heavy favourite for the title looked in imperious form as he steamed through the first set. Djokovic , trying to become the first man in the Open era to win all four majors on at least two occasions, won the contest on Court Philippe Chatrier after two and a half hours. (more...)
The Climate Change Fight Will Continue Even Without Trump
- May 31, 2017
Almost 200 nations, including the USA, agreed in 2015 to voluntarily reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. President Donald Trump is "wide open" on the Paris climate accord as "he takes in the pros and cons", U.S. Trump has reportedly told different advisers that he's leaning in different directions. "The entire conversation about climate was very hard, if not to say very dissatisfying", German Chancellor Angela Merkel said. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Almost 200 nations, including the USA, agreed in 2015 to voluntarily reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. President Donald Trump is "wide open" on the Paris climate accord as "he takes in the pros and cons", U.S. Trump has reportedly told different advisers that he's leaning in different directions. "The entire conversation about climate was very hard, if not to say very dissatisfying", German Chancellor Angela Merkel said. (more...)
Trump Says Has 'Total Confidence' in Son-in-law, Key Adviser Kushner
- May 31, 2017
Kushner did not initially disclose the meeting on disclosure forms that are required to obtain security clearances, raising even more eyebrows. The idea of backchannel communications with Russian Federation, said Homeland Security secretary John Kelly on Sunday, would be "both normal...and acceptable" and even a "good thing". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Kushner did not initially disclose the meeting on disclosure forms that are required to obtain security clearances, raising even more eyebrows. The idea of backchannel communications with Russian Federation, said Homeland Security secretary John Kelly on Sunday, would be "both normal...and acceptable" and even a "good thing". (more...)
Trump has 'weakened' the West, hurt EU interests: German FM
- May 31, 2017
He referred to the "loss of the USA as an important nation" and said that while it was important to maintain dialogue with Washington, Europe needed to become stronger and Germany needed to be more prepared to work with its European Union peers. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
He referred to the "loss of the USA as an important nation" and said that while it was important to maintain dialogue with Washington, Europe needed to become stronger and Germany needed to be more prepared to work with its European Union peers. (more...)
Trump lashes out at Germany over trade and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, promises 'change'
- May 31, 2017
Modi, whose visit to Germany comes less than a week after Merkel provided the strongest indication yet that the European Union and the United States under President Trump were drifting apart, said India would play a positive role in boosting unity in the grouping. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Modi, whose visit to Germany comes less than a week after Merkel provided the strongest indication yet that the European Union and the United States under President Trump were drifting apart, said India would play a positive role in boosting unity in the grouping. (more...)
White House braces for more scrutiny, Trump defends Kushner
- May 31, 2017
Two of President Donald Trump's advisers, daughter Ivanka and her husband Jared Kushner , are reportedly considering stepping away from public life in Washington, D.C., as part of an agreement to review their situation every six months. In March, the New York Times reported that Kushner had a meeting with Sergei Gorkov, the chief of the VEB. The wider investigation into Russia's alleged election meddling is being led by Robert Mueller, a respected former FBI director who was given ... (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Two of President Donald Trump's advisers, daughter Ivanka and her husband Jared Kushner , are reportedly considering stepping away from public life in Washington, D.C., as part of an agreement to review their situation every six months. In March, the New York Times reported that Kushner had a meeting with Sergei Gorkov, the chief of the VEB. The wider investigation into Russia's alleged election meddling is being led by Robert Mueller, a respected former FBI director who was given ... (more...)
Ariana Grande plans Manchester benefit concert after attack
- May 31, 2017
British police have made significant arrests and have uncovered important items as they investigate a suicide bomb attack which killed 22 at a music concert in Manchester , the head of the city's police said. A British official told The Associated Press on Thursday that police in Manchester have chose to stop sharing information about their bombing investigation with the US until they get a guarantee that there will be no more leaks to the media. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
British police have made significant arrests and have uncovered important items as they investigate a suicide bomb attack which killed 22 at a music concert in Manchester , the head of the city's police said. A British official told The Associated Press on Thursday that police in Manchester have chose to stop sharing information about their bombing investigation with the US until they get a guarantee that there will be no more leaks to the media. (more...)
Republican wins the Montana special elections despite punching reporter in the face
- May 31, 2017
Gianforte's victory is a boost for Republicans, who are anxious Trump's political stumbles and the unpopularity of the healthcare bill passed by the House will hurt their chances of holding on to a 24-seat House majority in next year's elections. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Gianforte's victory is a boost for Republicans, who are anxious Trump's political stumbles and the unpopularity of the healthcare bill passed by the House will hurt their chances of holding on to a 24-seat House majority in next year's elections. (more...)
Trump tweets article with unnamed source after criticizing reports with unnamed sources
- May 31, 2017
Trump retweeted an article from FOX News titled " Jared Kushner didn't suggest Russian communications channel in meeting, source says". Trump has said he has full confidence in Kushner. It has been claimed Mr Kushner discussed setting up a backchannel with the Russian ambassador in December. But former CIA Director John McLaughlin said if an intel officer attempted what Kushner is accused of it would be considered espionage. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Trump retweeted an article from FOX News titled " Jared Kushner didn't suggest Russian communications channel in meeting, source says". Trump has said he has full confidence in Kushner. It has been claimed Mr Kushner discussed setting up a backchannel with the Russian ambassador in December. But former CIA Director John McLaughlin said if an intel officer attempted what Kushner is accused of it would be considered espionage. (more...)
Allegations of abuse, mismanagement shadow gains against IS
- May 31, 2017
The U.S. began providing the equipment in the last 24 hours, according to one official. "Every single one" of the weapons will be accounted for and the US will "assure they are pointed at" IS, he said. IS has controlled other parts of the city since 2015, leaving more than 90,000 people under siege in the government-held areas. The US-led coalition fighting ISIS in Syria has called on forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad to move away from a crossing on the border with Iraq. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The U.S. began providing the equipment in the last 24 hours, according to one official. "Every single one" of the weapons will be accounted for and the US will "assure they are pointed at" IS, he said. IS has controlled other parts of the city since 2015, leaving more than 90,000 people under siege in the government-held areas. The US-led coalition fighting ISIS in Syria has called on forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad to move away from a crossing on the border with Iraq. (more...)
Rouhani says to boost Iran's ties with Russian Federation in new term
- May 31, 2017
Rouhani's 2013 campaign promise of ending the nuclear crisis and internationally imposed sanctions made him the leader of Iran's pragmatist camp, where economic re- engagement and diplomatic processes are believed to be Iran's best chance at alleviating economic problems. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Rouhani's 2013 campaign promise of ending the nuclear crisis and internationally imposed sanctions made him the leader of Iran's pragmatist camp, where economic re- engagement and diplomatic processes are believed to be Iran's best chance at alleviating economic problems. (more...)
How to watch ICC Champions Trophy warm-up game online
- May 31, 2017
They are looking to halt a slump that began with a first-round exit from the 2015 World Cup, prompting all-rounder Shahid Afridi and skipper Misbah-ul-Haq to exit the one-day scene. Pakistan's biggest task will be matching the big-hitting of other teams. We had to play in the preliminary round to get into the main draw. Bashir further gave his prediction for the match and said India would win comfortably, "I won't be there but India should comfortably beat Pakistan and then go ... (more...)
- May 31, 2017
They are looking to halt a slump that began with a first-round exit from the 2015 World Cup, prompting all-rounder Shahid Afridi and skipper Misbah-ul-Haq to exit the one-day scene. Pakistan's biggest task will be matching the big-hitting of other teams. We had to play in the preliminary round to get into the main draw. Bashir further gave his prediction for the match and said India would win comfortably, "I won't be there but India should comfortably beat Pakistan and then go ... (more...)
Manchester bomber was not known to police for extremism
- May 31, 2017
Manchester's police chief said Tuesday that Abedi had come to police attention for "some relatively minor matters" including theft, receiving stolen goods and assault. Previously, it was reported two Muslim community workers, who knew Abedi from college, had purportedly warned officials that the bomber made comments "supporting terrorism" and said "being a suicide bomber was OK", around five years ago. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Manchester's police chief said Tuesday that Abedi had come to police attention for "some relatively minor matters" including theft, receiving stolen goods and assault. Previously, it was reported two Muslim community workers, who knew Abedi from college, had purportedly warned officials that the bomber made comments "supporting terrorism" and said "being a suicide bomber was OK", around five years ago. (more...)
North Atlantic Treaty Organisation to be full member of global coalition against IS: Chief
- May 31, 2017
President Trump later changed his mind. Standing beside Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg at North Atlantic Treaty Organisation headquarters in Brussels , Trump blasted the almost two-dozen member countries that have not met their "financial obligations" to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
President Trump later changed his mind. Standing beside Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg at North Atlantic Treaty Organisation headquarters in Brussels , Trump blasted the almost two-dozen member countries that have not met their "financial obligations" to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP. (more...)
NDP meets to hear, ratify power-sharing deal with BC Greens
- May 31, 2017
Both the NDP and Greens opposed the project in the election campaign, but it is a federally governed project. Meanwhile, Global New Legislative Bureau Chief Keith Baldrey says he's not reading too much into the fact Clark is speaking before we know more about the deal. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Both the NDP and Greens opposed the project in the election campaign, but it is a federally governed project. Meanwhile, Global New Legislative Bureau Chief Keith Baldrey says he's not reading too much into the fact Clark is speaking before we know more about the deal. (more...)
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